Abstract:
In the architecture design studios of Bangladesh, most of the time studios are
experiencing poor lighting state, even though there is an abundant resource of
natural light in the tropics. Though the importance of an appropriate visual
environment for learning tasks deserves careful consideration, no standard has yet
been set for studio lighting in the context of Bangladesh. Despite the fact that people
work and live better under natural lighting condition, preliminary observations show
that studios are often lit by artificial means. This not only fails to provide a
stimulating environment for better learning but also at the same time creates
pressure on the overall national energy demand.
As natural lighting contributes significantly to the psychological, physiological and
aesthetic character of a learning space and also reduces energy consumption in
buildings, strategies for increasing daylight should be established for incorporation
in the design process.
This thesis aims to identify various architectural features that affect the luminous
environment and are presently being used in studios and also to give some indicative
suggestions that can help to improve the luminous environment with special
emphasis on daylight inclusion in studios.
To begin with, a literature study was conducted to get a knowledge base and
direction for the study. This was followed by a field survey where selected studios
were grouped according to their areas and were surveyed to identify typical design
features and factors that affect the luminous environment. From the findings, a
model was established for simulation study to examine variables affecting the
luminous environment. If .' ~: . i: .
It is expected that the simulations will generate some indicative suggestions for
improving the luminous environment of architecture design studios of Bangladesh.
